Pensioner struck down by 'hit and run' motorcyclist

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Pensioner mown down by hit and run motorcyclist performing 'wheelies' outside Moseley pub

A pensioner was struck down by a 'hit and ru'n motorcyclist allegedly performing stunts, including 'wheelies' outside a pub in Moseley.

The man, aged in his 70s, was rushed to hospital after being injured near the One Trick Pony in Alcester Road on Sunday afternoon.

Witnesses said two bikers wearing balaclavas were performing stunts moments before the man was stuck by one of the bikers at around 3.50pm.

Members of the public ran to his aid to carry out first aid treatment and Paramedics continued to attend to him at the scene, before he was taken to Heartlands Hospital with minor neck, leg and arm injuries.

It was understood he was released soon afterwards.

One witness said:

A spokeswoman for West Midlands Ambulance said: